Singapore HC hosts SCP alumni dinner in Dhaka

The Singapore High Commission in Dhaka hosted a dinner for Bangladeshi alumni of the Singapore Cooperation Program (SCP) on August 13, bringing together around 75 former participants to mark Singapore’s 61st National Day and the SCP’s 34th anniversary.

Held at Sheraton Dhaka, the event provided an opportunity for alumni to reconnect, share experiences and strengthen professional networks developed through training programmes in Singapore.

Established in 1992, the SCP has provided training to more than 160,000 government officials from over 180 countries. More than 2,200 Bangladeshi government officials have participated in its programs over the years.

Nasreen Jahan, Member (Secretary) of the Socio-Economic Infrastructure Division of the Bangladesh Planning Commission, attended the event as chief guest. In her remarks, she highlighted the importance of continued cooperation and capacity building between Bangladesh and Singapore.

Singapore High Commission Chargé d’Affaires Mitchel Lee speaks at the SCP alumni night at a city hotel on August 13. Photo: Singapore High Commission

Singapore High Commission Chargé d’Affaires Mitchel Lee reaffirmed Singapore’s commitment to supporting partner countries through knowledge sharing and capacity building. He also thanked Bangladeshi SCP alumni for contributing to public service and national development.

The High Commission said it plans to continue strengthening Bangladesh-Singapore ties through training opportunities, professional exchanges and other collaborative initiatives.